Robert Arnold Mertz Jr
Oct 30, 1962Mar 31, 2019
Obituary message
MERTZ, Robert Arnold Jr., 56, of Richmond, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2019. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Arnold Mertz Sr.; and nephew, Christopher Linklater. Rob was the proud and loving father of Laura Mertz of Richmond, who survives him. Rob is also survived by his mother, Barbara Mertz; four sisters, a brother-in-law and nine nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 10, at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church. Anyone wishing to remember Rob with a memorial gift is encouraged to consider Parent to Parent Addiction Services, parent2parentnj.org.
I’ll remember his laughter.
I worked with Rob for years at Capital One. He was such an amazing agent and always came in with a smile no matter what day it was.Whether it was raining/snowing/sunny or anything he always had a positive attitude and never had a bad word to say about anything. He was such an amazing person and I will always remember that about him. Thank you Rob for all the smiles and fun we had at Capital One.
I had the pleasure of working with Rob for the past two years. We were teammates and friends. He was an amazing person who left this world too soon.
It was a pleasure and honor to work with such a great man and coworker. We sat next to each other while working and his spirit was very positive. He loved his daughter and enjoyed life. I will truly miss my friend.
I miss coming in and seeing that smiling face. You were a positive soul and will be dearly missed. Praying for your family in their time of loss.
It was an honor knowing him and working with him. Rob was one of the nicest people Ive ever worked with. He will be missed.
Rob you were the most positive person I knew. Each day I walked into the office, you’d say “Hey Tonya, how Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr ya?!” and I swear those long R’s and your exuberance always put a smile on my face. You will be missed dearly but I am at peace knowing that you are at peace?❤️
Rob was a wonderful coworker. He was always smiling and making people laugh. I will miss him.
RIP my friend, you were too good for this world, your in a better place. You are missed dearly and may the good lord watch over and comfort your loved ones in their time of need. Deepest condolences to your family.
I had the pleasure of Rob being one of the first people I got to know when starting Capital One a few years ago. He was always a kind soul who always went out of his way to talk to you and it always put a smile on my face seeing him when I came in. He will be missed very much.
I worked with Rob for a few years and will always treasure our talks. Always a smile on his face no matter what he was facing. Rest in Peace dear Rob and condolences to his family.
I had the honor of working with Rob for several years.. he was always kind to me even when he didn’t have to be.. we always hugged each other and shared life updates evertime we saw each other and had a good laugh. I will miss you my friend one day we will laugh again.. see you later .
I met Rob in the Fall of 1983. We were both strangers in a strange land. I’ll never forget that trademark grin when he introduced himself, “Hi, my name’s Rob Mertz. I moved here from Oxford, Mississippi.” We were friends from that moment on. The next year, he was my best man in my wedding. Thirty-five years later, he’s still my best man and she’s still my wife. As young men finding our way through life, I never once heard him say an unkind word or anything out of anger.
Rob, I will see you again. Tell Bob I said, “hello.” Rest in peace my friend.
I was his neighbour He was a great friend to me and my daughter With a heavy heart I will miss him/ he was our pool buddy also
I didn’t know Rov well, having just recently met him, but I want his daughter to know that he loved her so much.
He was a bright spot in high school. We had a group of guys (and he was one) that was always doing this funny stunts when they wanted to boost morale. So many of us have not seen him since high school but wished we had. Our prayers are with you as you grieve. We are so sorry for your loss.
I worked with Rob at Capital lighting and supply. We became good friends . We had some great talks about life and God . I will miss him , and will be praying for his family.
Rob was a very special man who loved his daughter with all of his heart. It was a pleasure getting to know him over the last few years sharing our laughs and tears alike. I rest easier knowing that he is at peace now but wish his family all of my love.
I miss you so much already Rob. I know you are in a better place, but I want my brother back!!! I wake up crying every morning and just want to hear your voice again. I know you are with Daddy and all of our family that has gone before you and that you are now with Jesus in a beautiful place filled only with light and love. No more sadness, or pain or regrets and that gives me peace. I love you always and I will miss you every day until I see you again. Watch over your sweet daughter Laura and all of us from above. Fly high with the angels now Rob, and rest in perfect peace. You are so, so loved…. xoxoxoxo
I had the pleasure of sitting next to Rob for 2 years at Capital One. I was always inspired how kind and compassionate he was towards his customers. Rob was such a kind soul and spread happiness to everyone he came in contact with. His legacy of kindness will never be forgotten! Rest In Peace Mr. Rob!
My dad was the most amazing man I have ever met and will ever meet. His kind heart touched so many people. I miss him so much and pray he is still with me every moment of the day. I’d do anything to hear his voice, laugh, and see that smile and his sparkling blue eyes again. One thing that has brought me a little peace is to know that he is with his father again, who he loved so much. I’m sure they’ve been fishing and golfing together again. He’s finally in peace, and I pray that he can see how many people loved him dearly. The kindness he showed to others is something that will inspire me on a daily basis. I miss you so much daddy. I love you more than anything.
Rob was a brother from a different mother! I want to sign off the way I always did when we would touch base on the phone, “I love you, Brother”.
Rob was the brightest face on the floor of the capital one call center. He was the most beautiful and caring human being I have gotten the pleasure to know. He made it a point to go on breaks with me so that I wasn’t alone outside at night. Rob, you will truly be missed.
Oh Rob I miss you so much. Reading these loving comments from people whom you’ve touched throughout the years has really touched my heart. To know that everyday you reached out and made people around you feel better makes me so happy. That is truly a special gift from God. You have made a mark in your world by your kindness, humor, love and compassion. You had so much love and pride for Laura. You are with Daddy and Christopher now and I like to think you are fishing with, golfing and loving each other. Give each other a hug and a kiss from me. I love you.
Rob and I were like ships in the night, I lived next door to him and saw him going and coming as he and I were going to work, going grocery shopping, or just visiting in the stairwell. As others have said, he always, always had a smile on his face and offered his assistance if ever I needed anything. My sympathy to his daughter and family, he loved his daughter so much and spoke often of how proud he was of her. May he rest in peace and his family find comfort in the fact he is no longer in pain.
I knew Rob for many years…we shared some of the same struggles. I knew no one who cared more for others, and his love for his daughter was boundless.
I pray that Rob has found the peace that he sought for so long.
Rob was such a kind soul that brightened up any room with his laughter and energy. He was one of the first people i looked for when i came back from maternity leave. God gained a wonderful angel no matter how sad we are down here he will always watch over us.
I had the honor of managing Rob for a while. Rob always had the best jokes and always had a smile on his face. Rob was one of the most honest and genuine people I knew. Rob talked about his daughter often and always told me how proud he was of her. I am going to miss Rob dearly.
I had the pleasure of working with Rob. We talked a lot about many issues. He had a gently loving spirit. I am proud to have called him my friend. I will miss him greatly. When I arrived at work, Rob was my first stop on the way to my desk. We would always share a hug and some encouraging words each morning. My prayers are with the family. May God bless you and give you the needed strength during this time.
Rob as mentioned time and time again was kind, always spoke, and had a smile on his face. I moved into the same condo building less than a year ago. We would find ourselves the only two hanging at the pool for the day quite often and he made me laugh with his great sense of humor. He was an honest man and always kept it real. Rob was a great person to all who met him. I will miss his smile and his personality. I know he has lots of people who care about him and who are sad right now over his loss. Sending love and my prayers to his daughter, and to all of his family and friends.